ES&H Specialist 2 - Occupational Health and Safety

Oak Ridge Associated Universities • Oak Ridge, TN

407d • $71,552 - $99,528

About The Position

The EH&S Specialist - Occupational Health & Safety is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating environmental, safety, and health (ES&H) and occupational health programs to protect workers, the public, and the environment. This role involves managing key ES&H initiatives, providing support for compliance-driven needs, and overseeing various Occupational Health programs, including First Aid/CPR-AED and medical monitoring.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Science, Safety, Industrial Hygiene or related field.
• 3-5 years of job-related experience in medical laboratory science, occupational health, safety, or industrial hygiene.
• Experience in programmatic assessments, industrial hygiene monitoring, and safety training.
• Knowledge of industrial hygiene, radiation protection, and safety practices.
• Ability to apply Occupational Health principles to comply with 10 CFR requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in outreach and engagement activities for Occupational Health programs.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional support to the Occupational Health Program in implementing federal and state occupational medicine mandates.
• Performs injury, first aid, and near miss investigations.
• Revises and develops the ORAU Accident Investigation and Prevention Program.
• Manages the First Aid/CPR-AED program and serves as a certified trainer.
• Develops and conducts outreach activities for the ES&H Program Support Center and Occupational Health Program.
• Evaluates and interprets current regulations/standards to ensure compliance and prevent hazards.
• Recommends changes in the work environment based on data interpretation.
• Manages the Random Drug Screen database for DOE cleared employees and consultants.
• Provides support for Random Drug Screens and Security Clearance Drug Screens.
• Manages the ORAU Smoke Free Workplace Policy and updates as necessary.
• Coordinates pre-employment physical requirements and medical monitoring for employees.
• Performs exposure assessments, compliance reviews, and inspections for ES&H and Occupational Health programs.
• Conducts ergonomic assessments and provides training on ergonomic practices.

Benefits

• Group Health insurance including Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision
• Retirement plan contribution matching
• Disability insurance
• Group life insurance
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Section 125 reimbursement accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible work schedules or compressed work weeks
• Occupational Health and Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telework

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree